Posted by theo on September 24, 2004, at 7:10:35
In reply to Re: Adderall XR versus Concerta?, posted by utopizen on September 23, 2004, at 18:12:59
> > Went to my pdoc today, I'm currently on 100mg Lamictal moving up to 150mg and on 750mg Keppra daily.
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> > My pdoc thinks I have ADD symptoms and may add a stimulant in a month after my Lamictal settles in. She mentioned Adderall XR or Concerta, which one should I push for? I've never taken a prescription stimulant and want something thats smooth. I know some stimulants can smooth you out and some do nothing but make you nervous and anxious. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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> I don't think it's appropriate to take a long-acting stim unless there's some reason for it. In kids, the reason is they don't have to be embarassed by going to the nurse at lunch time. In adults, I don't see a legitimate reason. I've heard of the argument that the onset of action can affect the outcome of effects.
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> In this case, Concerta would be "smooth" and Adderall, just think of that like a low-tech way of getting two doses in one pill. It gives you half of the pill immediately, and the other half 4 hours later, just like as if you took its immediate release 4 hours later.
>I thought stimulants were the best for ADD? I took Wellbutrin before and it is a "dirty" drug chocked full of side effects such as mild nagging sore throat, headache, ears ringing, etc., and doesn't work well as a stimulant for me.
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